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Artificial Intelligence
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EY study shows Canadians still cautious about AI but using it more for everyday activities
Monday, May. 11, 2026, 03:00 PM
This artificial intelligence is pretty smart, eh? That sentiment might be held by at least some Canadians who are already embedding AI into everyday decisions, often in ways that extend beyond simple assistance into early autonomy, even while concerns about ... Read More
Carfluent’s new AI tool helps dealerships beat aggregators in searches
Monday, May. 11, 2026, 09:51 AM
A growing percentage of consumers now use artificial intelligence as what marketplace Cars.com describes as a “trusted co-pilot” in their search for a vehicle to purchase. Meanwhile, other studies suggest that dealership websites are not visible to many of those ... Read More
ChatGPT app represents the latest step in CarMax’s ongoing AI evolution
Monday, May. 11, 2026, 09:45 AM
Yes, it’s AI — everyone’s favorite buzzword. But when it comes down to it, artificial intelligence is only part of what CarMax’s new ChatGPT app is all about. The company billed as the nation’s largest used-car retailer touted the app, ... Read More
Tiger Okeley describes what it’s like for BHPH dealers during another turbulent year
Tuesday, May. 12, 2026, 01:47 PM
Tiger Okeley is the executive board member of Oak Motors, a buy-here, pay-here dealership that’s been in business for more than 40 years in central Indiana. Having seen boom times, recessions, and more, Okeley shared his insight to help owners ... Listen Here
SPONSORED EPISODE: Know your Buyer & Grow your Lot
Tuesday, May. 12, 2026, 09:20 AM
In this insightful episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast, Auto Trader and KBB executives Elizabeth Stegall and David Lumpkin share findings gleaned from Cox Automotive’s unique research into shoppers who buy from Independent Dealers. Learn how shifting buyer expectations connect ... Listen Here
FICO’s Shams Blanc on lenders sharpening underwriting & more
Wednesday, Apr. 29, 2026, 03:54 PM
Fresh off being in Miami as part of the Used Car Industry Summit that Cherokee Media Group hosted this spring, Shams Blanc, who is vice president of auto scores at FICO, appeared again on the Auto Remarketing Podcast. Blanc discussed ... Listen Here

Leedom Group Acquires Four BHPH Stores

Thursday, Jan. 22, 2009, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
SARASOTA, Fla. — Leedom Management Group announced it has acquired four buy-here, pay-here dealerships in southern Georgia and has renamed them AutoMaxx of Georgia.   Chris Leedom, chief executive officer of the Leedom Group, said the acquisition will bring to five ... [Read More]

Chrysler Financial to Provide Zero-Percent Financing

Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Thanks to the U.S Treasury Department's recent decision to provide Chrysler Financial with access to up to $1.5 billion in loans, the lender can now offer zero-percent financing on select Chrysler, Jeep or Dodge models. The loans are available as part of ... [Read More]

First Advantage CREDCO, Compli Launch New Compliance Tool

Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
PORTLAND, Ore. — First Advantage CREDCO recently announced that it has partnered with Compli to offer a complete compliance tool set for dealers and their mutual customers. First Advantage CREDCO will combine its consumer data with Compli's on-demand compliance management software solutions. Participating ... [Read More]

XpressCredit Unveils Web-Based Lending Program for U.S. Choice Dealers

Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — XpressCredit has struck a deal with U.S. Choice Auto Rental Systems to provide the company's dealers with an online lending platform. Basically, XpressCredit dealers can now utilize the U.S. Choice program as a way to deploy current inventory to ... [Read More]

Assurant Specialty Property Expands Operations

Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
ATLANTA — Assurant Specialty Property, a provider of creditor-placed homeowners insurance, auto collateral protection insurance and related services, announced plans to establish a second service center in Duluth, Ga. The new facility will be used to accommodate the company's growing auto ... [Read More]

Editor’s Note: Auto Remarketing Today to Pause Publication on Wednesday

Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
CARY, N.C. — Due to inclement weather, the offices of Cherokee Automotive Group, publisher of the SubPrime News Update and Auto Remarketing Today e-newsletters, have closed on Tuesday. Because of this, there will be no Wednesday edition of Auto Remarketing Today. Publication is ... [Read More]

Dealers Can Now Offer a Repurchase Guarantee to Customers Via a New Service

Thursday, Jan. 15, 2009, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
PALISADES PARK, N.J. — For dealers who may have had to deal or sell to a customer who is worried about their ability to continue making payments, there is a new product designed to help — a Vehicle Repurchase Guarantee. Vehicle Repurchasing ... [Read More]

GMAC Revamps Board, Chairman Resigns

Thursday, Jan. 15, 2009, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
NEW YORK — As part of becoming a bank holding company, GMAC Financial Services announced some changes to its board of directors, including the resignation of chairman J. Ezra Merkin. Pursuant to the Federal Reserve System's order, GMAC's Board will be ... [Read More]

How are States Faring When it Comes to Bankruptcies Awaiting Discharge?

Thursday, Jan. 15, 2009, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
PHOENIX — Officials from www.OnlineBKmanager.com recently broke down the number of bankruptcies awaiting discharge in each state. "We have been monitoring the steady growth of personal BK cases," said Robert Davies, president of www.OnlineBKmanager.com. "The good news is our dealer clients ... [Read More]

Payless Teams Up with OAG Indirect to Provide Auto Financing for Dealers

Thursday, Jan. 15, 2009, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
TULSA, Okla. — OAG Indirect, one of the nation's leading auto finance companies, announced that it has agreed to partner with Payless Car Sales to provide custom retail financing services to Payless Dealers in 48 states. "An alliance with Payless Car ... [Read More]

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